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Satisfactory Mod Manager

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Spec sheet

Purpose
Satisfactory Mod Manager (SMM) manages Satisfactory mod setups and installs Satisfactory Mod Loader (SML).Read 8 Oct 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Free plan
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Security
The project says Windows binaries are signed using free code signing provided by SignPath.io, with a certificate from SignPath Foundation.Read 8 Oct 2026 · github.com
Support
The project README recommends asking questions or reporting issues in the Satisfactory Modding Discord for quicker responses than GitHub issues.Read 8 Oct 2026 · github.com
License
The GitHub repository lists the project under the GPL-3.0 license.Read 8 Oct 2026 · github.com
Automatic updates
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Backups
SMM automatically archives the save file directory to local backup folders before launching with newly installed mods.Read 8 Oct 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Cache location
Downloaded mod archives are stored locally under the Windows User AppData path %localappdata%\SatisfactoryModManager.Read 8 Oct 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Conflict flags
The manager flags mod conflicts.Read 8 Oct 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Dependencies
The manager resolves mod dependency trees and automatically processes required components such as SML Core or ContentLib.Read 8 Oct 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Dependencies and conflicts
SMM resolves mod dependencies and flags conflicts.Read 8 Oct 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Deployment method
copyRead 20 Sep 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Desktop systems
The maker’s site lists Windows and Linux as compatible systems and describes a Windows installer and Linux or Steam Deck AppImage.Read 8 Oct 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Downloads
The site offers a Windows ZIP package and a portable Linux AppImage described as suitable for Steam Deck.Read 8 Oct 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Game launch
After applying a profile, users can close SMM and launch the game directly through Steam or Epic.Read 8 Oct 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Game launchers
The site says SMM supports mod installation for Epic Games Store and Steam, and the game can be launched through either after applying a profile.Read 8 Oct 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Guides
The site provides community guides for installing mods, adjusting settings, and developing configurations.Read 8 Oct 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
macOS builds
The project’s GitHub release page lists downloads for Windows, Linux, and MacOS.Read 8 Oct 2026 · github.com
Mod compatibility
The site lists over 1,400 active mods and describes the manager as optimized for Satisfactory 1.0 and Unreal Engine 5.Read 8 Oct 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Mod profiles
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Mod source access
built-inRead 20 Sep 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Multiplayer requirement
Players joining a modded session must use the same SML version and identical mod lists; only client-side modifications can be used on vanilla servers.Read 8 Oct 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Package storage
Downloaded mod archives are stored locally in the Windows User AppData folder at %localappdata%\SatisfactoryModManager.Read 8 Oct 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Patch compatibility
The site says major Satisfactory updates can cause crashes and recommends bypassing mods until compatible SML binaries are available.Read 8 Oct 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Profiles
SMM isolates configuration profiles for local clients and remote servers.Read 8 Oct 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Project status
The site describes SMM and SML as unofficial tools developed by community volunteers and says they are not associated with Coffee Stain Studios.Read 8 Oct 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Publisher relationship
The maker’s site says SMM and SML are unofficial tools made by community volunteers and are not associated with Coffee Stain Studios.Read 8 Oct 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Supported platforms
multi-platformRead 20 Sep 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com
Vanilla servers
Only client-side modifications such as visual HUD adjusters or interface elements can be used on vanilla servers.Read 8 Oct 2026 · satisfactory-mod-manager.com

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